Third-Quarter Surge Not Enough in Loss at No. 12/15 Harvard

The Dartmouth football team made a strong comeback during the third quarter, outscoring No. 12/15 Harvard 10–0 to pull back into contention. However, Harvard answered in the fourth quarter to secure the win.

Game Overview

The matchup showcased Dartmouth’s resilience after trailing in the first half. Despite cutting the gap late in the third quarter, the Crimson’s offensive execution in the final period decided the outcome.

Key Scoring Plays

Harvard: Seamus Gilmartin caught a 14-yard pass from Jaden Craig (Kieran Corr kick). The drive went 71 yards in 13 plays.
Harvard: Brady Blackburn hauled in a 74-yard touchdown pass from Jaden Craig (Corr kick). The drive covered 75 yards in 3 plays.
Harvard: Kieran Corr added a 38-yard field goal to finish a 75-yard drive over 12 plays.
Dartmouth: Grayson Saunier scored on a 1-yard run (Owen Zalc kick), concluding a 75-yard, 12-play drive.
Dartmouth: Owen Zalc connected on a 46-yard field goal after a 24-yard, 10-play series.
Harvard: Logan Reaska caught a 14-yard touchdown pass from Jaden Craig (Corr kick) following an 11-play, 79-yard drive.

“It’s a whole new game! Harvard 17, Dartmouth 10 | 3:53 3rd.”

Summary

Though Dartmouth showed determination with a strong third-quarter run, Harvard’s precision and late scoring maintained their edge and closed out the game.

Author’s summary: Dartmouth rallied impressively in the third quarter, but Harvard’s consistent offense in the fourth secured a decisive victory.

Dartmouth College Athletics — 2025-11-02